SDS - POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC)
SAFETY DATA SHEET
1- IDENTIFICATION OF PRODUCT AND SUPPLIER Product identifier: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Resin: S58, S63, S65, S66, S71, E67, E68, E70, E74,E76 Other means of identification: PVC; polyvinyl chloride; Resin Homopolymer Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on Manufacture of plastics products use:
Supplier’s details: BRASIL Address: Avenida Presidente Juscelino Kubitschek, 1.327 – 22º andar São Paulo/SP – CEP 04543-011 SALES OFFICE Tel.: +55 11 3704 4200 UNIPAR E-mail: [email protected] ARGENTINA Address: Juana Manso 555 – 7º “D” – C.A.B.A – Argentina CP:C1107CBK Phone number.: + 54 11 5283 9300
SANTO ANDRÉ – Brasil Unipar Indupa do Brasil S.A. Address: E.F.S.J Km38 Vila Elclor - Santo André – SP – Brasil CEP 09154-900 Emergency: +55 11 4439 7018 (24 hours)
INDUSTRIAL UNITS BAHÍA BLANCA – Argentina UNIPAR Unipar Indupa S.A.I.C Address: Av. del Desarrollo Pte. Frondizi 2450 Ing. White – Buenos Aires CP:B8101XAD Phone number: +54 9 291 459 3000 Emergency: +54 9 291 459 3000 +54 9 291 15 412 2266 Guardia Seguridad +54 9 11 15 5514 9020 Guardia Logística E-mail: [email protected] Others emergency contacts Pro-Química Abiquim 0800 11 8270
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2- HAZARD IDENTIFICATION Classification of the Not classified as a dangerous product substance or mixture: Classification system -Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), United adopted: Nations. -ABNT NBR 14725-2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements Pictograms: - Not labeled as a dangerous product Signal word: - Not labeled as a dangerous product Hazard statement(s): - Not labeled as a dangerous product Precautionary - Not labeled as a dangerous product statement(s):
Other hazards which do The product does not have other hazards. not result in classification:
3- COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS SUBSTANCES Common chemical name: PVC Common name(s), synonym(s) of the polyvinyl chloride; Resin Homopolymer substance: CAS number: 9002-86-2 Concentration (%) >= 99 Impurities and stabilizing additives which are themselves classified and The product does not have impurities which contribute to hazards. which contribute to the classification of the substance:
4- FIRST-AID MEASURES Routes of exposure Inhalation: Remove victim from de dusty environment to fresh air. Let him blow his nose - In case of skin contact, wash thoroughly with water. Skin: - In case of contact with the clothes, change them.
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- Rinse cautiously with water for 20 minutes. Eye: - Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.
If the victim is conscious: - Consult the doctor. Ingestion: If the victim is unconscious: - Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician If you feel unwell. Take this SDS. In case of eye contact Effects: Mechanical irritation due to product particles. In case of ingestion Most important Effects: No information available. symptoms/effects, acute In case of skin contact and delayed: Effects: none In case of inhalation Effects: Mechanical irritation due to product particles.
Indication of immediate medical attention and None special treatment needed, if necessary:
5- FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Appropriate: Adapt fire-fighting measures to local conditions and the surrounding Suitable extinguishing environment. media: Not recommended: None
- The product resists of combustion and does not promote the spread of flames. Specific hazards arising - Limited risk of dust explosion when mixed with air, but only under particular from the chemical: conditions (see section 9). - Hazardous decomposition products formed during fires: Hydrochloric acid gas (HCl). Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) operated in positive pressure mode and complete protective clothing. Additional information Special protective actions for fire-fighters: - Avoid dust formation. - After the fire, quickly clean the surfaces exposed to the fumes, to limit damage to the equipment.
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6- ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures For non-emergency Don't expose yourself to the substance without using personal protective equipment personnel: recommended in section 7and 8. Sweep the product to avoid slipping For emergency responders: Do not allow dust to accumulate on machinery and equipment to prevent overheating.
Environmental Avoid spilled material reaches waterways and sewers. precautions: Should not be thrown into the environment
Methods and materials for Collect waste without raising dust. containment and cleaning Store in properly labeled containers. up: Treat recovered material as described in the "Disposal Considerations" section.
7- HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions for safe handling
Safe handling of the Use electrically conductive materials for piping circuits and equipment. substance or mixture: Take measures to prevent static electricity. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices. General hygiene: Avoid dust generation Do not eat, drink or smoke while using. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Store in a well-ventilated place. Store in a dry place. To maintain the quality of the product, do not store in the heat or in direct sunlight. To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat. Adequate conditions: Keep away from heat / spark / open flame / hot surfaces. Make sure the equipment is electrically grounded before starting transfer activities. Avoid the formation of dust. Store at a temperature not exceeding 40 ° C other specifications Contact the supplier
8- EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Control parameters Occupational exposure limit: Chemical our common name Reference Value
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1 mg/m3 PVC - polyvinyl chloride TLV – TWA (ACGIH 2018) Form of exposure: breathable fraction Biological limit: Not established.
Appropriate engineering Refer to sections 7 and 8 for protective measures. controls: - Apply technical measures to meet occupational exposure limits. Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE) Eye/face protection: Dust Protection Safety Glasses - For the protection of hands, use gloves compatible with the mechanical risks of the Skin protection: operation. - Wear a work uniform for skin protection. The respirator must be used during exposure to dust. - Semi mask with a P2 particle filter (European Standard EN 143) or filter face mask PFF2 (N95) or higher. - In case of decomposition (see section 10), face mask with combined type B-P2 Respiratory protection: cartridge. - Self-contained breathing apparatus in a confined space / if there is insufficient oxygen / in case of uncontrolled emissions. - Use only respiratory protection that complies with international standards. Thermal hazards: It is not necessary to use specific PPE, since the product does not present thermal hazards. Hygiene measures - Handle in accordance with industrial hygiene and safety good practices. - Do not eat, drink or smoke during use. - Avoid dust formation Environmental risk controls Waters wash water dispose in according to local and national regulations
9- PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Physical state: Shape: powder Physical state: solid Colour: white Odour: odorless pH: Not applied Melting point/freezing Not applicable, Transition glass temperature point: Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling Not applicable (solid) range:
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Flash point: Not available (Lack of information).
Evaporation rate: Not applicable Flammability: The product resists combustion and does not promote the spread of flames., Combustion class: BZ1 (does not ignite). Lower and upper explosion Not available (Lack of information). limit /flammability limit: Vapour pressure: Not applicable Relative vapour density: Not applicable Auto-ignition temperature: Not available (Lack of information). Density and/or relative Apparent density: 300 to 650 Kg/m³. density: Relative density: 1.38 Solubility: In water: insoluble Solubility in other solvents: Tetrahydrofuric - Soluble Ketones: Soluble Partition coefficient n- Not applicable octanol/water (log value):
Decomposition Not available (Lack of information). temperature: Auto-ignition temperature: 650 ° C cloudy 450 ° C layer Decomposition > or = 120 ° C Long-term exposure (approx. 3 hours). temperature: > 250 ° C short exposure
viscosity: Dynamic viscosity: Not applicable Explosion hazard Data not available Oxidizing properties Not applicable Minimum ignition energy > 2.5J Other information: St1
10- STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Reactivity: Data not available Chemical stability: Stable product under recommended storage conditions. Possibility of hazardous None reactions:
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Keep away from heat. Conditions to avoid: Keep away from direct sunlight. Exposure to moisture. Incompatible material: Data not available Hazardous Gaseous hydrochloric acid (HCl). decomposition products: Carbon monoxide
11- TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Acute toxicity: Not applicable Skin corrosion/irritation: Not applicable Serious eye Not applicable damage/irritation: Respiratory or skin Not applicable sensitization: Germ cell mutagenicity: Not applicable Carcinogenicity: Not applicable Reproductive toxicity: Not applicable STOT - Single exposure: Based on available data, does not meet the classification criteria. STOT - Repeated exposure: Based on available data, does not meet the classification criteria. Aspiration hazard: Based on available data, does not meet the classification criteria. Additional information There are no data available on this product itself. The information given is based on component and toxicity data for similar products. The product is biologically inert.
12- ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Acute toxicity to fish: Not applicable Acute toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic Not applicable invertebrates: Toxicity to aquatic plants Not applicable Toxicity to microorganisms Not applicable Chronic toxicity to fish Not applicable Chronic toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic Not applicable invertebrates. Chronic toxicity to plants Not applicable aquatic Persistence and degradability: Not applicable
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Bioaccumulative potential: Not applicable Mobility in soil: Not applicable Other adverse effects: Not applicable Comments: Not applicable
13- DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Disposal methods - Recycling should be preferred instead of disposal or incineration. - Ask the manufacturer and supplier for information regarding recovery and recycling. - It must be incinerated in an appropriate incineration plant by the competent Product: authorities. - Can be sent to a controlled landfill in accordance with local regulations. - It must be disposed of in accordance with local legislation. - Treatment and disposal must be evaluated specifically for each product. Federal, state and municipal laws must be consulted. Keep the remains of the product in their original packaging and properly closed. Product remains: Disposal must be carried out as established for the product. Used packaging: Empty and clean packaging can be reused in accordance with regulations.
14- TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ANTT unregulated
DOT unregulated
TDG unregulated
RID unregulated
ADR unregulated
IMDG unregulated
IATA unregulated Note: The aforementioned regulatory requirements are those that are in force on the day of updating the form. However, taking into account the continuous evolution of the regulations governing for transport of hazardous materials, it is advisable to ensure its validity with your commercial agency.
15- REGULATORY INFORMATION Specific regulations for the chemical:
Information inventory Situation
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United States TSCA Inventory Listed in inventory
Mexico INSQ (INSQ) In accordance with the inventory
Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL) Listed in inventory
New Zealand. Inventory of Chemical Substances In accordance with the inventory
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS) Listed in inventory
Japan. CSCL - Inventory of Existing and New Chemical Substances Listed in inventory
Korea. Korean Existing Chemicals Inventory (KECI) Listed in inventory
China. Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances in China (IECSC) Listed in inventory
Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS) Listed in inventory
16- OTHER INFORMATION This SDS was prepared based on current knowledge about the proper product handling and under normal conditions of use, in accordance with the application specified on the packaging. Any other use of the product involving their combination with other materials, and use various forms of those indicated, are the responsibility of the user. Warns that the handling of any chemical substance requires the prior knowledge of its hazards for the user. In the workplace it is for the user company's product promotes training of its collaborators about the possible risks arising from exposure to the chemical. Abbreviations: CAS – Chemical Abstracts Service
EC50 – Effect Concentration 50% IARC – International Agency for Research on Cancer NA – Not applicable PVC – Polyvinyl chloride SCBA – Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
Bibliographic references: AMERICAN CONFERENCE OF GOVERNMENTAL INDUSTRIALS HYGIENISTS. TLVs® and BEIs®: Baseados na “Documentação” dos Limites de Exposição Ocupacional (TLVs®) para Substâncias Químicas e Agentes Físicos & Índices Biológicos de Exposição (BEIs®). Tradução Associação Brasileira de Higienistas Ocupacionais. São Paulo, 2018.
Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS). 6. rev. ed. New York: United Nations, 2015.
BRAZIL. MINISTRY OF LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT (MTE). Regulatory Standard (NR) No. 15: Unhealthy activities and operations. Brasilia DF. Jun. 1978. NIOSH – NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF OCCUPATIONAL AND SAFETY. International Chemical Safety Cards. Available at:
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